Bill
HJR 680
A ceremonial resolution recognizing Rex Teixeira and AFDT to boost public awareness of Frontotemporal Degeneration in Tennessee and encourage research funding and patient support.
Policy area: Memorials, Recognition
Status: Signed by Governor (effective dates as noted in legislative actions)
Introduced: April 17, 2025
Sponsor: Representative McCalmon
What the bill does
- HJR 680 is a ceremonial joint resolution recognizing and honoring Rex Teixeira of Franklin and the Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFDT) for their efforts to raise public awareness of Frontotemporal Degeneration (FTD) in Tennessee.
- The resolution expresses appreciation for their advocacy, with the aim of increasing awareness, research funding, and support for patients and families affected by FTD.
- It directs that an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation.
Key provisions and language (substantive content)
- Recognizes FTD as a terminal and incurable neurodegenerative disease affecting the frontal and temporal lobes, with resulting impairments in speech, personality, behavior, and motor skills.
- Highlights the public health concern posed by FTD and notes that it can affect adults from ages 21 to 80, with the largest affected group typically between ages 45 and 64.
- Cites an estimated nationwide prevalence of more than 60,000 individuals living with FTD in the United States.
- Commends Rex Teixeira for his advocacy in support of AFDT’s mission to raise awareness and promote research toward better outcomes and a cure.
- Describes AFDT as the leading national organization dedicated to FTD, focusing on improving quality of life and driving research.
Who is affected
- This resolution primarily affects recognized individuals and organizations (Rex Teixeira and AFDT) by formally acknowledging their work.
- It does not create new programs, funding, or duties for state agencies; it is a ceremonial acknowledgment intended to raise public awareness.
Procedural/timeline highlights
- Intro: April 17, 2025
- House action: Adopted April 21, 2025; concurred on April 22, 2025; placed on Senate consent calendar.
- Senate action: Concurred April 22, 2025; enrolled and prepared for signatures thereafter.
- Final steps: Signed by the House Speaker (April 28, 2025) and Senate Speaker (April 29, 2025); transmitted to Governor.
- Governor’s signature: May 2, 2025 (bill status shows “Signed by Governor” on this date).
Impact and significance
- The bill’s impact is symbolic and educational: it elevates public awareness of FTD within Tennessee, honors advocates, and may help catalyze broader community attention, fundraising, and research support.
- No fiscal cost or statutory regulation is attached; there are no new state program mandates or funding allocations.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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